Monitor/Aide

North America Central School Bus•Chicago, IL

About The Position

Assist the driver in the safe operation of the route and manage students as defined or identified by the school. The role involves supporting students during transportation, helping maintain bus safety, communicating with school personnel and families, and completing bus-cleaning and other contract-specific duties. Work may take place in the school bus yard, office, and on the road.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Good verbal communication skills.
Ability to work early morning hours.
Maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers, and dress appropriately for a business environment.
Ability to use or learn to use the internet, required programs, office equipment, fax machines, phones, and other electronic devices.
Ability to successfully complete a dexterity test and DOT physical and comply with the drug-free workplace policy.
Ability to perform the described physical tasks, including lifting up to 40 pounds and assisting with student evacuations involving dragging up to 120 pounds for up to 40 feet.
Ability to communicate in English with passengers, parents, school officials, dispatch, and the driver.

Responsibilities

Learn and follow a route sheet or electronic routing device.
Manage students and communicate behavior problems to the driver.
Assist with pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections, including child checks, CSRS, and wheelchair lifts.
Assist students with loading and unloading, including use of the wheelchair lift.
Cooperate and communicate with school personnel, parents, and students.
Attend safety and training meetings.
Conduct emergency bus evacuations, including through the emergency door.
Clean the inside of the bus, including sweeping, dusting, and cleaning windows.
Perform other specialized functions required by contract.
Perform job duties in accordance with company policies and procedures, OSHA guidelines, and applicable federal and state laws.